Bois Noir is a deep dive into the darker side of forestry, stripping away the bright greenery of the canopy to focus on the damp bark and resinous roots below. From the first spray, the fragrance esta...
The fragrance is widely recognized for its robust performance, with a consensus that it lasts through a full workday, though its projection is moderate and polite rather than overwhelming.
Enthusiasts frequently compare its dark, moody character to fragrances like Encre Noire and Nasomatto’s wood-heavy offerings, noting it shares a similar "gothic" or "industrial wood" aesthetic.
While officially unisex, the community leans toward viewing this as a masculine or hyper-masculine scent due to its lack of floral or traditional gourmand notes.
It is highly recommended as a seasonal staple for fall and winter evenings, with users suggesting it pairs best with formal attire or a "cool, hipster" aesthetic.
A common point of discussion is the fragrance’s evolution; many find that it smells better in the air (the "scent bubble") than directly on the skin, where some detect a sharper, more synthetic wood edge.
